"We are at a point in our nation's history when the right leadership is needed more than ever," said a statement from Fudge. "Hillary has spent her life advocating for poor and working class families.

"Hillary will help build an economy for tomorrow and beyond; strengthen America's families; defend our country and its core values; and revitalize our democracy. In other words, she gets it. Hillary understands the issues that matter to people in my district and around the country, like income equality, women's rights and universal voter registration. Hillary is the best candidate for the job."

Ohio Democrats in Congress who previously endorsed Clinton include
Rep. Tim Ryan
of the Niles area and the Columbus area's Joyce Beatty. According to
a tally
by "The Hill," more than 100 Democratic lawmakers in Congress have announced they're backing Clinton. Former Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland
also supports
her.